DONALD PETER ALLERTON

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DONALD PETER ALLERTON It is with deep sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Donald Peter Allerton on January 18, 2005, aged 71 years old. Dad is lovingly remembered by his sons and daughters-in law, Peter (Tracey), Chris (Victoria), and Andrew (Dana); Loving Grandpa of Trevor, Kyra and Lachlan. He will also be remembered by his sisters-in-law, Joyce (George) Van Wynsberghe of Pinawa and Sheila Nikiforuk of Edmonton and their families. Don was predeceased by his beautiful wife Sandra on September 16, 2004. Don was born on March 22, 1933 in Brandon to Jack and Helen Allerton. He graduated from Brandon Collegiate and joined the Navy. He served his country during the Korean War as a Communications Specialist aboard HMCS Sioux. After four years with the Navy, he worked for Equifax (formerly Retail Credit Company) as an Investigator until his retirement in 1992. Dad lived for his boys. He was so proud of his sons' achievements within their education, careers and sporting activities. We knew he would always be there for us and he would literally drive miles to offer his support no matter what time of day. From the very first moment Dad met his future daughters-in-law he made them feel a part of the Allerton family. He loved to tease his girls and strived to ensure they were taken care of through thoughtful gifts and loving gestures. As a proud Grandpa he would brag about his grandchildren's milestones from that first step to that first report card. Like Mom, he was also thrilled with the news of having another grandchild in the spring. We know that Dad and Mom are their grandchildren's own personal Angels from above and keeping them safe. He had such a zest for life. He was happy and excited about the world around him. Dad loved to learn about the world through newspapers and travelling the provinces and within the U.S. He would pour over maps to determine new routes so he and Mom would experience new things. He loved to meet people and was blessed with many friends. He was proud of all his friends and their life accomplishments were like his own. Dad enjoyed the search to make a good deal and was lucky in winning prizes from the many draws he loved to enter. He was an active volunteer, spending many hours at the North Kildonan Community Centre. Also, volunteering with the Winnipeg Minor Hockey Association and River East Minor Hockey Association. For over 40 years, Dad treasured spending time with his family and friends at his West Hawk lake cottage on Moonlight Bay. We would like to express our heartfelt appreciation to the Nursing and Health Care Aide Staff at Concordia Hospital (N1-South Ward) and Dr Bergen. Once again, we were blessed with the tremendous support from our families, friends and co-workers during this time. In lieu of flowers and if friends so desire, donations in Don's memory may be made to the Canadian Liver Foundation Manitoba Chapter (P.O. Box 1943, Winnipeg, MB, R3C 3R2). A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 22 at 2:00 p.m. at the Voyage Funeral Home, 220 Hespeler (at Henderson Hwy.). We love you so much Dad and you are greatly missed. You will be forever remembered in our hearts. Give Mom a hug and kiss for us. Arrangements entrusted to: VOYAGE FUNERAL HOME CREMATORIUM 220 Hespeler Ave @ Henderson Hwy Winnipeg, Manitoba 668-3151

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 21, 2005